Dawgdoc
05-06-09, 03:26 PM
Heya guys. Let me start by saying I am an audio n00blet. Im a very knowledgable all around computer guy, subzero bencher, and build a ton of systems over the past 2 years but I am very very weak on sound technology.
What are some good recommendations for a sound card and speakers for a game that really requires good sound?
Im currently playing Darkfall (no comments regarding the game please either good or bad - dont want to sidetrack) and sound is IMPERATIVE. I need to hear minute sounds off in the distance (people mining, swimming, etc....)
Current I have a SB Audigy sound card:
http://www.soundblaster.com/products/product.asp?category=1&subcategory=873&product=14189&listby=
And some cheap ass $15 speakers.
I will be running in game sound through speakers, or sometimes headphones. I also run vent every time I play.
Will there be any improvements in upgrading that sound card?
Stick with SB? Go to Auzen?
How are the Logitech X-540 speakers?
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/234&cl=us,en
I have what I think are a really good set of headphones but I cant recall the brand. They are not USB but gold plugs that connect to either your sound card or front panel audio.
The system in question is running Vista Ultimate and I have heard there are some sound related issues with gold plug sound devices?
To be complete, the rig in question is as follows
Mobo: Gigabyte EP45-UD3P
CPU: E8600 (running 4.4ghz stable)
Mem: 4 x 2 GB Mushkin PC2-8500
GPU: GTX 285
PSU: Corsair HX620W
All custom water cooled and purrs like a kitten. The only exception is the 'meh' sound. I dont mind spending a few $$$ but am not interested in dropping alot of cash into this either.
Input appreciated and thanks in advance!
What are some good recommendations for a sound card and speakers for a game that really requires good sound?
Im currently playing Darkfall (no comments regarding the game please either good or bad - dont want to sidetrack) and sound is IMPERATIVE. I need to hear minute sounds off in the distance (people mining, swimming, etc....)
Current I have a SB Audigy sound card:
http://www.soundblaster.com/products/product.asp?category=1&subcategory=873&product=14189&listby=
And some cheap ass $15 speakers.
I will be running in game sound through speakers, or sometimes headphones. I also run vent every time I play.
Will there be any improvements in upgrading that sound card?
Stick with SB? Go to Auzen?
How are the Logitech X-540 speakers?
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/speakers_audio/home_pc_speakers/devices/234&cl=us,en
I have what I think are a really good set of headphones but I cant recall the brand. They are not USB but gold plugs that connect to either your sound card or front panel audio.
The system in question is running Vista Ultimate and I have heard there are some sound related issues with gold plug sound devices?
To be complete, the rig in question is as follows
Mobo: Gigabyte EP45-UD3P
CPU: E8600 (running 4.4ghz stable)
Mem: 4 x 2 GB Mushkin PC2-8500
GPU: GTX 285
PSU: Corsair HX620W
All custom water cooled and purrs like a kitten. The only exception is the 'meh' sound. I dont mind spending a few $$$ but am not interested in dropping alot of cash into this either.
Input appreciated and thanks in advance!